Other SupportGrant and FundingOpen
What's a Trade? Workshop grant
Hands-on trades workshops for community groups
- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Types of eligible projects
- Timeline
- Closing date : March 31, 2027
Canada
Grant and Funding Programs Offered by SkilledTradesBC
SkilledTradesBC is British Columbia’s trades training and certification organization. It supports apprentices, employers, youth, Indigenous communities, and underrepresented groups through training programs, certification supports, and financial assistance across the province. View SkilledTradesBC's website for more information.
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About SkilledTradesBC
What is the mission of SkilledTradesBC?
SkilledTradesBC’s mission is to strengthen British Columbia’s skilled trades system by supporting training, certification, and career pathways. It aims to build a diverse, inclusive, and sustainable workforce while helping apprentices and other learners succeed.
What type of organization is SkilledTradesBC?
SkilledTradesBC is a Government agency.
What is SkilledTradesBC's official website?
SkilledTradesBC's official website is https://skilledtradesbc.ca/.
What else should I know about SkilledTradesBC?
Role of SkilledTradesBC in the funding ecosystem
SkilledTradesBC plays a provincial role in the skilled trades system in British Columbia. Beyond certification and apprenticeship administration, the organization also funds and supports programs that help people enter, remain in, and advance through the trades.
Supported audiences and overall impact
The site shows support for apprentices, employers, youth, Indigenous communities, and underrepresented groups, including women and other equity-deserving groups. Its program portfolio includes youth pathways, apprenticeship support, certification supports, and community-based training initiatives.
Program and support themes
- Apprenticeship and trade certification support
- Youth trades programs for high school students
- Equity and inclusion programming for underrepresented groups
- Indigenous-focused access and training supports
- Financial support and exam-fee relief in specific contexts
Partnerships and delivery model
SkilledTradesBC works with employers, industry partners, schools, training providers, and Indigenous organizations to deliver training access and workforce development across B.C. The organization also recognizes approved training providers and supports structured workplace learning through sponsor employers.
Transparency and accountability
The website includes strategic plans, annual reports, financial reports, and other corporate reporting materials, indicating a formal public accountability structure consistent with a provincial agency funding and administering programs.